The Hide
Carbis Bay
Cornwall
The property
Set overlooking the stunning Cornwall coast, in the Hawkes Point area of Carbis Bay, close to the beach, West Cornwall Golf Club and with easy access to the South West Coast Path, is the marvellous, ground-floor apartment of Huers Hide. This dwelling offers an idyllic romantic staycation retreat, with its seaward-facing private deck offering a great place to unwind and watch the shifting sands as the tides drift across the almost deserted Porthkidney Beach below.
A sitting area extends out to a contemporary conservatory through two French double doors, the perfect spot for spotting dolphins through the powerful telescope thoughtfully provided, a flexible table that can easily be altered to suit the occasion, with a comfy chair and a sofa; it’s a great place to enjoy a drink or dine watching the ocean or curl up and relax on the double settee in the lounge area.
The contemporary kitchen is well-appointed with all you need for a self-catered holiday, and you have the option of dining in the conservatory or in the kitchen after whipping up a delicious meal.
The king-sized bedroom can be found nearby and enjoys the same glorious sea views as the conservatory; relax on the bed watching the sun set over the ocean, to one side of the bedroom there is a study area where you will find the wireless internet hub, the rooms pièce de resistance is an outside door that leads to the private deck.
The bathroom offers a spa bath with shower-over, a lovely space to relax after a day walking the cliff paths.
Guests have use of the communal gardens that can be reached via steps down from the deck, here are a couple of picnic tables, barbecue areas and grassy corners to chill out in the Cornish sun.
Huers Hide enjoys direct access to the South West Coastal Path to St Ives and in the opposite direction to Lelant.
A short walk along the cliffside path will lead you to Carbis Bay Beach, awarded a blue flag for its crystal-clear waters, it is a wonderful spot to try surfing or paddle boarding.
Further along the coastal walk you’ll reach the stunning traditional fishing village of St Ives, home to The Tate gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, artists from around the world have been inspired by this magical place, you’ll soon discover why, with fabulous restaurants and cafes serving locally caught seafood and fabulous beaches with breath-taking sea views.
If you fancy an exciting but relaxing return to Carbis Bay, hop on the scenic railway, it covers the surrounding area and you can visit a plethora of delights resting further afield, such as: Cornwall’s Eden Project, world famous for its glorious, enclosed rainforest, Pendennis Castle in Falmouth, one of many of Cornwall’s historic landmarks, along with St Michaels Mount near Penzance, the jewel in Cornwall’s crown, this is a sight not to miss.
If you travel from Penzance to Land’s End treat yourself to a night’s entertainment at the Minack, set in the cliffs, it has one of the most dramatic settings for an open-air theatre.
Huer’s Hide certainly has one of the best coastal spots in West Cornwall, perfect for walkers, those who love the beach and Cornwall’s wildlife, a holiday haven you won’t want to leave.
Just a short drive from iconic St Ives, the seaside village of Carbis Bay is best-known for its beautiful stretch of pure white sand. With turquoise waters and sheltered conditions, the beach feels almost subtropical and is the perfect spot for a good old-fashioned day by the sea. The beach is also home to the Ocean Sports Centre, so if sunbathing is not really your thing, why not hire a kayak or SUP and get out on the water instead. Or why not treat yourself to a Spa day at the delightful hotel which overlooks the beach and has a fabulous terrace where cocktails can be enjoyed in the Cornish sunshine? Carbis Bay has a small range of local shops and restaurants as well as a fish & chip takeaway and railway branch line. The train journey from Carbis Bay into St Ives is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the country; St Ives additionally makes for a great day out, with plenty of galleries to explore. The quayside town of Hayle also isn’t far and is home to activities for the all the family, including a golf and a wildlife sanctuary. The Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast are also within easy reach from Carbis Bay, providing outdoors and watersports plans with even more activities to partake in, including coasteering and birdwatching. Carbis Bay is truly a wonderful holiday location for those wanting to experience Cornwall’s breathtaking coastline.
Staycation Summary
- Ground-floor apartment
- One king-size bedroom with study area
- Bathroom with jacuzzi bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room
- Conservatory
- Gas central heating
- Oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Tassimo coffee machine
- Internet-enabled flatscreen TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, telescope, large selection of DVDs and CDs
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 1 car
- Seaward facing deck with sun loungers
- Communal garden with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking/vaping
- Shop 0.3 miles, pub 1.1 miles, beach 0.2 miles
- Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am
- Note: There are steps from the deck leading down to the garden, please take care
- Note: The owners of Huers Hide will undertake a bathroom refurbishment in November 2023 and replace the spa bath through a large walk-in shower
Sleeps 2, Pets Welcome